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Chapter 34 - Epilogue

2 Years Later

Jason sat on a blanket with Vicky and Jake. Courtney was right about Vicky being bossy, but Jake doesn't seem to mind.

Jason curiously eyed Elizabeth who is heading towards him carrying a baby.

"Who is that?"

"Georgie and John are here."

"I thought they weren't coming until tomorrow."

Liz smiled at the baby in her arms. "They are early."

She sat on the blanket as Jason grinned at the little boy in her arms. "Isn't little Jeremy so cute?"

Jake ran up to her. He isn't happy that his mommy has another baby in her arms.

"Baby?" Reaching out his hand, touched the baby's head.

"Be gentle, Jake. Softer…" She demonstrated.

Jake touched the baby gently as Jeremy looked at him curiously. Victoria called for him, so he took off again.

Georgie joined them. "Hi, Jason. I can't believe how big Jake has gotten."

Jason smiled as he nodded. "It's good to see you."

When Georgie sat, Jeremy smiled at her. "Hi, baby."

Georgie and John had settled into his family's house and they are doing very well. John had fixed the family's reputation and they are very much in love.

"When are you going to have another one?" Georgie asked.

Liz smiled. "Soon. I just wanted to wait a little bit. Jake is a handful."

Jason smirked. "Our son is perfect. I don't know what you're talking about."

Liz rolled her eyes and everyone laughed. Jeremy laughed as well and they grinned at him.

"What's Claudia been up to?" Georgie asked.

Liz smirked. "She is pregnant."

Claudia and Johnny live nearby so that Johnny can still work for Jason.

"Unbelievable."

"I know. She was furious at first," Liz said laughing, "but once she threw a few tantrums, she started thinking about it and was happy."

"Poor Johnny…"

Jason chuckled. "He was kicked out of bed for a week."

Georgie laughed. "I didn't see Courtney anywhere."

"She is off designing a new dress. She'll be back shortly."

"I'm surprised that she hasn't had another baby."

"I think they've been trying, but no luck so far."

Georgie nodded. "Well, hopefully, they will be blessed again soon."

Courtney isn't the only one having problems conceiving, Emily is as well.

2 Years Later

Claudia and Johnny had a little boy named Tristan. Emily just had a little girl that they named Sophie. The pregnancy had been very hard on her. They had almost lost her, but she and Nikolas are overjoyed to finally have a child.

Courtney and AJ had a little boy named Dalton. She had gotten pregnant around the same time as Emily, so the babies were only a month apart. And not to be outdone, Elizabeth is just about to give birth to their second child.

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Monica watched Jason hold his little girl and boy in his arms. They were amazed when Elizabeth delivered the second child, and Elizabeth was overjoyed one of the babies was a girl. Madison and Cameron are tiny but doing well.

Jason went into the room to check on his wife. When she felt his touch, she opened her eyes.

"Well, that was a nice surprise." He kissed her on the forehead.

She smiled. "I don't think my body will ever be the same again."

"It will bounce back." He wiped her face and neck with a cloth.

"How are they doing?"

"They are sleeping, as you should be." He kissed her hand. It is impossible for him not to touch her whenever she is by his side.

She nodded. She is beyond exhausted and figured she probably wouldn't stop feeling that way until the twins are Jake's age.

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5 Years Later

Alan had gotten ill. He managed to eventually recover, but he was just not the same, so he called Jason into his quarters.

"Son, it's time for me to relinquish the throne."

Jason sighed. He had been handling everything since Alan had gotten sick, but permanently taking over was something that he didn't want to face.

"I know this was unexpected, but I have the utmost faith in you, and you've already been acting as King since my illness began."

Jason nodded. "I know, father. I just wish you'd reconsider."

"That would not be what's best for the kingdom. You are more than capable of this, and Elizabeth will make a wonderful Queen."

It is hard for Jason to handle that his father hadn't fully recovered. He loves him dearly and likes the way things were.

Alan could tell he is struggling. "The ceremony will be in one month. I've already gotten permission from parliament."

Jason nodded. "I will do you proud, father."

"You already have," Alan said smiling.

Jason got up to go talk it over with Elizabeth.

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Elizabeth wrung her hands. "Goodness, I really thought Alan was starting to get better."

Jason nodded. "There's a lot of pomp and circumstance involved. Mother will sit with you and explain."

Liz nodded. "Are they going to stay and live in the castle?"

"For now, but I'm sure if Father has his way, they'll move to the country house. He loves it there."

"The children will miss them as will I."

Elizabeth loves Alan and Monica. They have always treated her like one of their own. Jeffrey visits when he can, but he had married Leslie and they are very happy. Monica is like a second mother to Elizabeth and she will miss her so much.

Jason noticed that she is getting emotional and hugged her tightly. "It will be okay, my love. I promise."

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The coronation was a lengthy affair. When Jason and Liz were crowned and sworn in, there wasn't a dry eye in the church. When it was complete, the family and friends gathered back at the castle together to share their joy.

"You look good in your crown and robe," Jeffrey said to Elizabeth.

"Thank you, father." As much as she appreciates the tradition, she can't wait to change.

She observed Jason talking to his dad and smiled. The coronation was bittersweet, but the pride in Alan's eyes was so evident. It is rare that a presiding King would get to see his child sworn in since usually the succession occurs after the current King's death, so Alan felt very lucky to witness it.

AJ approached his brother and patted him on the shoulder. "You look good, brother."

"Thank you, brother," Jason said hugging him briefly. He caught Elizabeth's eye and walked over to her. "Queen Elizabeth, might I say that you look absolutely delectable in that robe," he whispered in her ear.

Elizabeth blushed.

"I was thinking about taking you in it later." He gently kissed her.

Elizabeth stared into his eyes. Jason was just made King and all he could think about was ravishing her later. A slow smile eased onto her face. "King Jason, I will look forward to it."

Johnny rolled his eyes. "Do you two ever stop?" He had noticed the looks they were giving each other.

"No," they said in chorus. They laughed heartily.

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Elizabeth and Jason lived a long, happy life together. Life was very good to them and they were well-loved by the people of their country. At the age of seventy, Jason took his last breath, and Elizabeth took hers shortly thereafter. Destined to be together; a true love that transcended everything in life and in death.

The End